Notts Sport has just become official facilities partner to England Hockey, the sport's governing body

Two years ago, it became the approved supplier to England Hockey for facility design, advice and supply, and the business sees the latest deal as an endorsement of the quality of service it provides.

The company has also become official club weekend partner of England Hockey from next year – supporting a nationwide event held each September which encourages people to give hockey a try.

Earlier this year, it won a three-year contract to provide synthetic surfacing for Glasgow City Council.

Notts Sport has been the exclusive supplier of safe surfaces for recreation and play to Glasgow City Council since 1991, and in that time has worked with the council on over 650 playgrounds and multi-use games areas.

"During our two years as an England Hockey approved supplier, we have provided our unrivalled service to deliver high-quality hockey facilities to more clubs, schools and local authorities than ever before – and it's a tremendous honour to have our work recognised with the award of official partner status.

"We look forward to working hand-in-hand with England Hockey to achieve our shared goal of helping more and more people across the country to enjoy this fantastic sport."

Jonathan Cockcroft, commercial and membership director for England Hockey, said: "We are delighted that Notts Sports has become both our official club weekend and official facilities partner.

"Having worked together to improve hockey facility provision over the past two years, we have been impressed by their extensive knowledge and collaborative approach.

"Our partnership will ensure clubs and schools across England will continue to benefit from their specialist experience and independent advice, and we now look forward to working together to grow our annual club weekend.

"This is a key event in the hockey calendar and gives our 858 clubs a focus to increase participation."